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Three Bird's Flying
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Three Bird's Flying

Linaria triornithophora
Three Birds Flying has large violet-purple flowers in whorls of three tipping on the ends of wiry stems. Each flower has a long, kite-like tail that heavy bumblebees weigh down, opening access to the pollen within—a unique flower for the collector of the amazing.
SKU #S1972
$4.25
Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
160
Lifecycle
Annual; tender perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
8,
9,
10
Annual Hardiness
Hardy Annual
Mature Size
2.5'-3' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular to rich, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Violet purple with markings
Features
Deer Resistant
Attracts Bees
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface to just cover.
Sprout Time:
7-14 days
Starting Indoors:
Sow in pots indoors 6-8 weeks before setting out in spring. Keep at 60-65F. If no germination after 3 weeks, chill for 2-3 weeks.
Starting Outdoors:
Sow into well-drained media in large container, or direct after frost.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Three Birds Flying has large violet-purple flowers in whorls of three tipping on the ends of wiry stems. Each flower has a long, kite-like tail that heavy bumblebees weigh down, opening access to the pollen within. It benefits from support to corral the tall stems and is tailor-made for containers.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Keep evenly moist until well-established, then water during dry spells.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH
Fertilizer:
Mix in an inch of compost prior to planting if soil is especially poor.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems.